coming up on Friday's show....a special on "Fermata: Writings Inspired by Music", a new anthology which explores the connection between music and the written word...Fairytale of New York, Hofstetter's Serenade and Blueberry Hill - just some of the hits which have provided inspiration for poets and writers through the decades

Would you like to be in the audience for our special Christmas programme on Tuesday the 20th of December at 6.30pm? The Army No. 1 Band will be joined by soprano Mairead Buicke and members of the New Dublin Voices Choir for some lovely seasonal music. To apply for tickets to this recording just email by Monday 19th December with your full name, address and number of tickets required to arena@rte.ie

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Live Music - Daithí O'Dronaí

Daithí O'Dronaí performs 'Chameleon Life' and 'Chrono' live in studio with interview by Seán Rocks. Daithí will perform at this year's Kinsale Arts Festival on July 12th - www.kinsaleartsfestival.ie for full details.

National Youth Choir

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Cathy Davey - Paws & Hooves

Cathy Davey and friends will be celebrating Independence Day the 4th of July at Alfies of South William Street in Dublin with an event called 'Paws and Hooves'. The event is for Dogs Aid and My Lovely Horse Rescue and starts at 8pm, with a DJ until late. The e-mail for further information is marti@littlebigdog.ie.

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